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Logos Naki World - Hellsing: Opening
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oJfeCTyTqP8
This is... a weird opening, to say the least. Apparently the song is totally unable to translate accurately, as shown by the translator I got the lyrics from.
This song is gibberish. The lyrics were printed in katakana, a Japanese phonetic script used to transcribe and approximate English sounds. As such, it is nearly impossible to re-transcribe the lyrics back into English, and no truly "correct" English version exists. What you see here is simply the best approximation (of an approximation) that one person came up with.
As such, don't expect to make any sense of it. If you ignore the translation, however, it sounds pretty good. It's not a song I would normally associate with Hellsing, but it manages to fit in well with the opening.
As for the animation, most of it is rather nice. I kind of wish there were a few more scenes with Seras (the police girl, short hair) and Integra (long hair, glasses). I felt Alexander (guy with swords) got a bit more time than he needed. And there outright isn't anything with Walter. What the heck. Walter's cool too! Wouldn't have hurt to have taken out a few of the useless zombie scenes too. (And yes, the dog is Alucard, so that isn't total randomness. Alucard being the guy with the hat and the main character.)
Oh well, that's more nitpicking. It's not a favorite opening of mine, but I do appreciate it for what it is, and some of it looks quite nice. Sadly I didn't get to see it many times. The anime is garbage compared to the manga, so I only watched the first three episodes before defaulting to the manga.
Logos Naki World (The World Without Logos) - Hellsing: Full Version
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CItG6orTh0c
Don't be cool vibration
Revlofantasy
Tell me fool talk show day and rain
Every stardom the rating
Don't stop horror show inner darken
Jus suc ra ra oh
Oh no harbor won't you buy valley show
Take me want to talking revolution
No havea won cheese have lay show
(No have a want cha have late show)
Diviphon de have worry star
Shooby dooby doo shooby dooby doo durul
Shooby dooby doo shooby dooby doo durul
Devil beam to the crashing
Revoluflymachine
Adjust blue G
Jus sekiran
Oh no harbor won't you buy valley show
Take me want to talking revolution
No havea won cheese have lay show
Diviphon de have worry star
Shooby dooby doo shooby dooby doo durul
Shooby dooby doo shooby dooby doo durul
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TJZATeQvwpo
This title is from the English opening credits. I've seen others translate it differently, such as I Don't Need Promises. It all comes to a similar meaning anyway. I've also seen two different translations, but I put the one that I liked a bit more.
I've only gotten up to episode seventeen of Escaflowne, but I really need to finish it. It's a fun series with a good plot. The animation is a bit quirky (why does everyone have such big noses?) but the fight scenes are well done. I've also seen a couple of surprising twists so far and am looking forward to seeing the conclusion. Of course, tarot cards make everything better too.
The opening goes by the sort of formula I like. Show the main characters, show a few side characters that are fairly important, show the main characters being awesome, show some villains. The giant robots don't hurt either. The song is catchy too. I don't know how high I would rank it on a favorite anime opening song list, but I do like it. I guess my one complaint would be how Hitomi (the main girl) jumps at the end. Wouldn't she break her spine doing something like that? It looks really unnatural to me. >_>
No Need to Promise - Vision of Escaflowne: Full Version
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BFyJIzLH30Q
Say, if you love,
Could anyone come to experience such loneliness?
Say, will suffering even deeper than
The dark night be embracing?
Everything is there for two people,
So that they can shine.
Surely.
It is you, it is you that I love,
Gazing steadily with my heart.
It is you, it is you I believe in,
Even in the cold night.
Say, even being in love,
Could the end come someday for anyone?
Say, a heart beat even clearer than
The blue sky, can it be abandoned completely?
Running along the path of the wind of the changing seasons,
All the way.
Even if it should be lost tomorrow
And I love you as well
For as long as possible
I want smiling faces to shine.
Now, with my tears, I appeal to you,
I don't need anything like a promise
Because you have given me
Precious strength.
Now, with my eyes, I appeal to you
I don't need anything like a promise
Now, with my eyes, I reach out a hand to you
Even in the cold night.
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k8eZfB_MyNw
If you're allergic to boy on boy relationships, you might get a heart attack from this opening. Just warning you.
I haven't actually watched the Loveless anime. It apparently only lasted thirteen episodes before getting nuked. I have read as far as I could in the manga though (it's still publishing) and it's one of the only male relationship mangas I've read that I can call decent, if not outright good. The world is fairly interesting, the characters get rounded out well (especially the Zeroes), and it tackles a lot of heavier issues. But it really does get thrown on its head by most people because for the yaoi fangirls, there's no hot cat sex to watch, and for the people who actually appreciate good storylines, they see a catboy with an older guy and say 'oh this can't end well' and retreat. Needs more love indeed.
This is my first time checking out the opening, and it's actually fairly good. Kind of centers only on the two main characters (with a flash of a few others), but if it's thirteen episodes, they probably didn't have room for the side characters. I like the different colored effects, and the song's pretty nice. I might try to find a copy of the full version so I can listen to it more and give it a fair ranking.
And yes, the chains aren't there just to be sexy, they have a purpose. But I'll be darned if it didn't catch my attention quickly on the covers...
Tsuki no Kaasu (The Moon's Curse) - Loveless: Full Version
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=__f1hlEKFQk
Moon's curse in this icy dream...
n a world with no words, I profess my love Until it will reach you, someday
The intense wish that fell from those lips That I held close with wounded arms
I wanted to unravel it for you
Because if I throw away the beauty Of our love that existed in the past
I can go towards a more beautiful night tomorrow
Moon's curse
From this icy dream I wanted to take you far away
How far can I go Until I reach a place where I can believe in love
By ways only a child who knows no pain can do
You close yourself off to the world
Your first words of love that you whispered at my ear eyes that hide nothing I want to deceive them
If I could hold you and know that I can keep you warm
I am not afraid of any punishment or sin
Moon's curse
We awake from the icy dream And I float aimlessly, connected to you
How far shall we go Until we gain the silence of love
Because If I throw away the beauty of our love that existed in the past
I can go towards a more beautiful night tomorrow
Moon's curse
From this icy dream I wanted to take you far away
How far can we go Until we reach a place where we can believe in love
How far can we go Until we reach a place where we can believe in love
Beyond the night, just the two of us
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"That was pretty interesting. But dropping a warship on me is cheating... Take it back!"-Id, Xenogears
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JfUZy33_yNo
They're at least at twelve now? This series has a completely stupid amount of length.
First of all, let me make it clear: I had never seen the actual ending until now. I was given the full song from a friend and fell in love with it. It's a great piece. So I figured that even if it was a Naruto ending, I'd put it up. Just because the show is silly doesn't make the song itself any less great.
It looks like this ending revolves around Sakura, which is a shame because Sakura is a pretty bad character from what I saw. But I give props to the animators, it's quite pretty in terms of drawing. Overall it's quite well done, considering what character it's based on.
Also, I found THIS first: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4FqGNgb58OA. I have no idea what it is but when I saw it I was like 'oh please tell me that's not the actual ending credits even for Naruto's standards that's atrocious.' Thankfully the Sakura one is correct. Not sure where that piece of garbage came from.
Parade - Naruto: Full Version
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SiB9A_vdFXQ
The wind blows painful unfading feelings
What are we taking away collecting into one?
There's no second chance There's no second chance To cast it away I seem like such a fool
The image of becoming innocent
That is surely unending
Burning heart of love Crossing a thousand dreams
Running as you please Gripping the world in your hand
The clouds disperse The sun sets again
A one-person parade begins to move
Adventures Lucky days Heart rate Ascending Light and dark Encounters Life Mutual love
If perhaps you speak Your hair
Smelling Breathing in More Collecting the right words
I don't understand I don't understand I don't understand just from the surface
So I want, I want to go deeper
It seems like such a dream
Burning heart of love Crossing a thousand dreams
Running as you please Coming across a welcome scenery
The clouds disperse The sun sets again
A parade of two dissolves into the night sky
Everyone holds the night submerged in their pockets
As though lighting up that person Raising your hands you are swimming
If you are found out, it's okay A thing just like your scenery
Burning heart of love Crossing a thousand dreams
Running as you please Gripping the world in your hand
The clouds disperse The sun sets again
The incomplete parade goes on
Adventures Lucky days Heart rate Ascending Light and dark Encounters Life Mutual love
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"That was pretty interesting. But dropping a warship on me is cheating... Take it back!"-Id, Xenogears
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qI7HNbCxXuQ
I can't wait to watch the rest of Blood+. I'm only a few episodes in (you can see my thoughts so far in the anime talk topic), but that's because I've been wanting to truly savor it during a time where I had no other tight obligations. School was cramping my time slots and I didn't want to feel rushed through an anime that I think has true potential to hit my top ten. So long as it keeps up this sort of quality, that is. If it's like Death Note and drops downhill faster than a hot potato...
Anyhow, this is the only opening I've seen in it so far, and it really hooked me. I love how it sounds, the translated lyrics are great, and it's packed with action. My favorite part is near the end with Haji (guy with the cello case) fighting and then Saya (main character) filling her sword with blood. The lyrics seem to really flow well with it. It focuses mostly on Saya, some Haji, and then barely shows the other characters, but at least it DOES show them. Enough to arouse some curiosity when just starting, if nothing else. The two right characters get the most time anyway, since the entire show revolves around Saya and Haji's, as far as I can tell, the second most prominent character.
I actually had never listened to the full version until now, but that's good too, as expected. Most anime openings I like I'll go for the full version ASAP, but I never got a chance to with this one.
Aozora no Namida (Tears of Heaven)- Blood+: Full Version
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wvQoLCDSOVE
Alone in the darkness, I found out the meaning of your tears
I stepped out toward the place I wished for, but I don't want to hurt anyone
Today, the wind that crosses the ocean will blow straight toward tomorrow again
But why can't my heart start moving?
I wonder that fate awaits me
I don't want to regret having been born
There is courage within sadness
I believe that I can find the light
Tears of blue sky, still falling
Someday it will change into a smile
The wind that I chase after at a fast pace slips through between my fingers
I'm still afraid to trust, but I will no longer linger
The moon softly taps my shoulder, the water's surface shows the path of the moon
It makes me forget that I was confused
Even if there is nothing waiting for me tomorrow
I still have hands that can make something
I can even change the fated path
Now I build up my strong feelings
Tears of blue sky, overflowing
The sky will be clear tomorrow
I should be able to step toward the path I've looked up to
I can go anywhere, as long as I don't lose myself
I wonder that fate awaits me
I don't want to regret having been born
There is courage within sadness
I believe that I can find the light
Tears of blue sky, still falling
Someday it will change into a smile
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"That was pretty interesting. But dropping a warship on me is cheating... Take it back!"-Id, Xenogears
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mIKRn1dbT28
If you go in expecting Haruhi to be a serious anime, fine tune your thinking. It's a bunch of Japanese humor crammed into a colorful cartoon. It started as a novel series, and though I've only read one, I liked it a lot. The narrator, Kyon, is hilariously dry and Haruhi is absolutely crazy. It makes for a fun read. The anime itself is funny too, along with some serious moments that thankfully don't feel like mood whiplash. I guess I'd kind of compare it to Disgaea in that sense, though Disgaea did it better IMO.
Anyway, the opening captures the feeling of 90% of the anime. It also showcases all the important characters, along with... some who are not (why is Kyon's sister there?). I particularly like the ending portion where Kyon and Haruhi are walking across from each other, though I can't really explain why. The translated lyrics make me think that it really fits Haruhi too, if she's talking about Kyon.
As a note, the ending is far more infamous due to a dance the main cast does. I don't think the song is as good though, which is why I put the opening instead. *Would probably be mobbed to death if I said that anywhere else*
Bouken Desho Desho? (It's An Adventure, Right, Right?) - The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya: Full Version
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kITZAF_VADQ
The answer is always in my heart...
Why is it that I chose you?
You've been picked by the unstoppable Lady Fate, but
I believe that just imitating is boring
You'll be all right!
I'll only feel the things that I'm feeling
It's an adventure, right, right!? In a world where truth changes into lies
I'm going to get stronger because I have a dream, not for anyone else
Please come with me!
Look at me--I'm free everywhere I go!
The present today that became the past tomorrow is a miracle
I believe you...
It's no fun if I don't go until I reach the point of no return
Now, tell me! I cast off my hidden wishes into a mirror
If I react to my delight with my whole body,
Your mind will fly!
Let's surprise and be surprised, and smile
It's the beginning, right, right!? Like how beauty illuminates the dark
My power, your tears, both of them are right
A delicate heart that trembles in reality
I don't want it to be hurt
I thought that the answer is always, always
In my heart...
If it's natural to not be normal,
What can I do to answer?
It's normal and yet it's not
I'll only feel the things that I'm feeling
It's an adventure, right, right!? In a world where truth changes into lies
I'm going to get stronger because I have a dream, not for anyone else
It's the beginning, right? It's the beginning, right!?
Like how beauty illuminates the dark,
You and I are on the middle of an adventure
Let's advance together freely, through thick and thin
And go beyond reality
The present today that became the past tomorrow is a miracle
A definite future
Let's take hold of the future
I believe you...
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Shining Days - My-HiME: Opening
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eH_jkzJdKPM
Sometimes the title for this anime is spelled Mai-HiME, My-Hime, or Mai-Hime. As far as I can tell this is the most accepted one.
My-HiME is what I would call an overall mindlessly enjoyable anime. It's not exactly average, I'd probably rank it seven to seven and a half out of ten. I like a lot of the characters and concepts in it, but the plot can get... weird at times, and there's a twist at the end that makes it all seem kind of pointless. The fight scenes are good though.
The opening fits under that category too. It's about the same quality as the anime itself. Some humor scenes, which aren't that funny, and some fight scenes which are pretty awesome. It shows, IIRC, all of the characters that play any sort of role, which is impressive because there are a lot. I can only think of one that doesn't show up. (This isn't counting Children though; the dragon Mai, the orange haired girl, rides and the mechanical wolf are Children, but their are more not seen in that opening.)
The song itself is catchy. Not one of my examples of amazing anime songs but I like to listen to it occasionally. The chorus is probably why that is the case, because the rest is kind of mediocre. The chorus is much nicer, or so I think. The lyrics translated aren't exactly anything special, but they're okay. I liked the opening for what it was for the entire show so that has to count for something.
Shining Days - My-HiME: Full Version
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BA0mv4GmG7Q
Into the deep blue sky
Our affections are getting dispersed
If only you were my fated person
Reality doesn't always go well
Inside the shining wind
The wings of a dream descend
Have courage and fly to the future,
So beautiful
The burning beat of my heart starts beating
At the same speed as that day
I love that which looks straight ahead
I want to look at it forever
To the glittering stream of stars
We each mutter our own important wish
When I shut my eyelids, only you come to mind
I want to go meet you right now
Because twice you have not turned back
And not let go of this moment
You have brightened my life
And made it lovely
I want to discover the real me
I have been reborn in order to protect you
Catching the miracle which keeps passing through
Until the next world
The burning beat of my heart starts beating
At the same speed as that day
I want to discover the real me
I have been reborn in order to protect you
Catching the miracle which keeps passing through
Until the next world
Powerfully, eternally
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What's Up People? - Death Note: Second Opening
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R0J3CQJIMH4
This is, without a doubt, the most drug-tripped anime opening I've ever seen. You can't watch this and think the person making it WASN'T on something. I can't even explain it, just... look. At your own risk.
That said, the art has a surprising grip on me. I love how some of the scenes are shown, especially at the end where everything flashes forward and it looks like Light is in a mental ward or something. So I think it's fairly cool to watch even if it's crazy.
The song, on the other hand... Ew. I hate songs with random screaming and this comes close enough to make me not like it. WHATSUPPEOPLE at the end is ear bleeding. I don't even care to listen to the full version. I just watch the opening because I like that, but the song can go rot for all I care. Though it's not the worst anime song opening by a long shot. (Spiral. *Shudder*)
I had a heck of a time with the full version lyrics because there were a ton of different interpretations. I finally settled on copying and pasting the one below. But you can easily tell by watching the opening that there are, in fact, English curses. I'm pretty surprised that made it onto the DVDs without an upping in rating.
What's Up People? - Death Note: Full Version
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m8RO_Sxh37s&feature=related
Convenience convenience hurray, convenience convenience hurray, convenience convenience hurray, humans
Convenience convenience hurray, convenience convenience hurray, convenience convenience hurray, humans
Hey, will you shockingly anger me? Will you shockingly anger me? Will you shockingly anger me? Humans
Hey, will you shockingly anger me? Will you shockingly anger me? Will you shockingly anger me? Humans
What's up, criminals who are full of reasons for worry won't ever disappear
What's up, full of reasons for anxiety (who falls down into the trap within grudges?)
What's up, criminals who are full of reasons for worry won't ever disappear
What's up, full of reasons for worry
Is the meaning to living boring? Is the meaning to living boring? Is the meaning to living boring? Humans
Is the meaning to living boring? Is the meaning to living boring? Is the meaning to living boring? Humans
Hey, will you shockingly anger me? Will you shockingly anger me? Will you shockingly anger me? Humans
Hey, will you shockingly anger me? Will you shockingly anger me? Will you shockingly anger me? Humans
What's up, criminals who are full of reasons for worry won't ever disappear
What's up, full of reasons for anxiety (who falls down into the trap within grudges?)
What's up, criminals who are full of reasons for worry won't ever disappear
What's up, full of reasons for worry
Hey hey! Human paean. Do humans worry when love escapes? x 4
Hey hey! Under the jurisdictions of humans, hey hey! There's the human feeling of worry
Hey hey! For us, under the jurisdictions of humans, there's an eternal human feeling of worry
Ah, humans
Civilizations fall I'll and become unstable
The future will be saved, White House
A warning to the entire world!!
Life that reforms within each and every thing
Convenience convenience hurray, convenience convenience hurray, convenience convenience hurray, humans
Convenience convenience hurray, convenience convenience hurray, convenience convenience hurray, humans
Hey, will you shockingly anger me? Will you shockingly anger me? Will you shockingly anger me? Humans
Hey, will you shockingly anger me? Will you shockingly anger me? Will you shockingly anger me? Humans
What's up, criminals who are full of reasons for worry won't ever disappear
What's up, full of reasons for anxiety (who falls down into the trap within grudges?)
What's up, criminals who are full of reasons for worry won't ever disappear
What's up, full of reasons for worry
Hey hey! Human paean. Do humans worry when love escapes? x 4
Hey hey! Under the jurisdictions of humans, HEY HEY! There's the human feeling of worry
Hey hey! For us, under the jurisdictions of humans, there are screaming characteristics under the eternal jurisdictions of humans
Prejudiced and treacherous humans are shit; start moving, I'll Fight
From the fangs of sadistic punishment, I will chop up the existence of my natural enemies
From the greed of the typical near future, in a nation that can't change
Let's slander the war debate amongst idiots
Let's slander the war debate amongst idiots
Hey hey! Human Suxxx!! Ah, humans Human Fuxxx!!
What's up, people?!!
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9-BKwj3XB8
I've read a good deal of the Yu Yu Hakusho manga and would like to finish it at some point. As for the anime, I only watched one arc, and this was one of the endings it had.
The song itself is... well, I'm not sure peaceful works here, but it seems mellow and relaxing, especially after watching two guys slug each other out for an entire episode. It's one that I definitely will listen to out of context because it's a pleasant piece to hear. As for the art, I'm fond of it. The images are cool, and it shows a surprising amount of characters. Most endings I see focus specifically on one or two, while this one goes all over the place. It's a nice change of pace.
The clips near the end are my favorite. I really like the shot of Younger Togoro (guy with sunglasses) and Genkai (woman with pink hair). The song itself makes me think of those two even though it's not quite a perfect fit. Their history is pretty interesting, especially for a manga/anime that focuses mainly on fighting. Yu Yu Hakusho overall is probably one of my favorite shonen series for that reason.
Anbaransu Na Kiss o Shite (Doing Unbalanced Kissing) - Yu Yu Hakusho: Full Version
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gkNMd1PAfpE
In the shattered mirror Your reflected image
Crying Crying
A finger tracing the narrow moon
Are you calling someone The back of love that has gone
No matter how many times No matter how many times
Because I knock on your window
Like a thread being cut
Your back is pushed by the acceleration of the night
Only, you you I embrace tightly
Exchanging unbalanced kisses
Comes closer to love
Both your tears and the sorrowful lies
Sleep in my heart
A merry-go-round taking you towards yesterday
Wanting to stop Wanting to stop
I am searching for the key
Holding up the sky that seems to crumble
I bear it alone
Only, by your side by your side I want to be
Written with unbalanced kisses
A scenario of us two
Even call it love even if it is not strong
Everything about you hurts
Only, by your side by your side I want to be
Exchanging unbalanced kisses
Comes closer to love
Both your tears and the sorrowful lies
Sleep in my heart
Till your heart calls out to me
Till the day I can meet you in my arms
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"That was pretty interesting. But dropping a warship on me is cheating... Take it back!"-Id, Xenogears
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ewwwww
(Spiral. *Shudder*)
why would you do that
why would you even mention that
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If you mean the song: Yes.
If you mean the entire opening: Eh. Take a look at the first one if you want a really good opening. I thought this one was pretty unique though (in its drug tripped way) and I do like the clips.
why would you do that
why would you even mention that
Did you look it up based on me saying that? If so, I am very, very sorry. Nobody deserves to be subjected to that screeching mess. Which is a pity because I loved the Spiral manga, so giving it an opening like that is just plain insulting.
Stray - Wolf's Rain: Opening
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xoQuu7GPxAI
Since I watched (and recorded) Wolf's Rain on Adult Swim, I never got to see this opening until now. Epyon gave me a link to the full version, which was what I fell in love with before today. As those who know me would assume, I really like Wolf's Rain, so it pleases me that the opening is done well.
This is another one of the rare 'in English but well sung' openings. The lyrics are great for the context of the anime, and the artwork in the opening is definitely fitting. It's kind of disappointing that most of it focuses on Kiba and that some important characters aren't even shown, but in combination with the lyrics, it does make sense. It's really making me want to rewatch it too.
Stray - Wolf's Rain: Full Version
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VVo65MJLBK0
Stray! Stray!
In the cold breeze that I walk along
The memories of generations burn within me
Been forever since I cried the pain and sorrow
I live and die, proud of my people gaining
I'm here standing at the edge
Starin up at where the moon should be
Stray!
No regrets 'cause I got nothin to lose
Ever stray!
So I'm gonna live my life as I choose
Until I fall..
Stray! Stray!
Stray! Stray!
In the white freeze, I never spoke of tears
Or opened up to anyone including myself
I would like to find a way to open to you
Been awhile, don't know if I remember how to
I'm here waiting on the edge
Would I be alright showing myself to you?
It's always been so hard to do..
Stray!
No regrets 'cause I got nothin to lose
Ever stray!
So I'm gonna live my life as I choose
Until I fall...
Stray! Stray!
Stray! Stray!
Stray! Stray!
Is there a place left there for me
Somewhere that I belong
Or will I always live this way... ?
Always stray
No regrets 'cause I got nothin to lose
Ever stray!
So I'm gonna live my life as I choose
Cause all things fall
Stray! Stray!
Stray! Stray!
Stray! Stray!
Stray...
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"That was pretty interesting. But dropping a warship on me is cheating... Take it back!"-Id, Xenogears
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If you mean the entire opening: Eh. Take a look at the first one if you want a really good opening. I thought this one was pretty unique though (in its drug tripped way) and I do like the clips.
Yeah, the animation is fine. That song though...
Did you look it up based on me saying that? If so, I am very, very sorry. Nobody deserves to be subjected to that screeching mess. Which is a pity because I loved the Spiral manga, so giving it an opening like that is just plain insulting.
Nah, I watched one episode of Spiral way back.
Never again.
...I suppose I could have just muted the opening but that seems like too much work.
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Indeed. Thank goodness for the first opening's song, that one I actually enjoy listening to.
Nah, I watched one episode of Spiral way back.
Never again.
...I suppose I could have just muted the opening but that seems like too much work.
Do yourself a favor and read the manga. No stupid opening, and I hear it's better in terms of fleshing out than the anime. It's basically a mix of Yu-Gi-Oh and Death Note with a bit of Phoenix Wright at the beginning. Plus about ten cups of awesome added into the mix. If that doesn't sound amazing to you... something's wrong!
COLORS - Code Geass-Lelouch of the Rebellion-: First Opening
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qGa0RCHhS8U
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wLOf1S4tCa4
Why two links? This is a rare occasion where the opening gets changed a bit in animation but not in song. I'm counting them together due to how similar they are. There is a second, much different opening that I am not quite as fond of due to the song, though it's still all right.
Anyhow, the song is catchy. One of those I can hum along to. The art is your typical CLAMP art, so it depends on whether you like your characters extra skinny or not. (Lelouch probably got crammed into lockers at school far too often, just look at the guy!) But it has a good mix of characters shown and action scenes. I like the second version a bit more than the first, probably mostly because it the first almost identically repeats the C.C. clip and thus wastes some time.
Hm... I'd rank this a bit above My-HiME, but I put them in about the same category of 'good action openings but not amazing'. I've only seen the first season of Code Geass, which left off on a silly cliffhanger. It should have made me bolt for the next one. I didn't because I still can't get over the Diabolis Ex Machina which is incredibly convoluted and stupid. I will eventually but holy #&$@.
As a side note, I prefer the translation in the first video of "I feel like I can change the one full translation I found and I went with that.
COLORS - Code Geass-Lelouch of the Rebellion-: Full Version
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7VFOn2sF0fw
Moments that seem like they can change both me
And even the world are always right next to me...
Gazing at the irritation I can't hide and myself as I stand stock still
Despite my hesitation, despite my worries, despite my regrets, I should decide
With one word you've given me, my bewilderment vanishes
Light shone in my once empty room
The sky I gazed up at is so blue and serene
I decided to open up a window that was shut
Moments that seem like they can change both me
And even the world are always right next to me...
Searching for answers that must be in the unfulfillable everyday
If I turn around towards the lonesome, gentle voice in the sunlight
You unexpectedly smile in the midst of brilliant sunlight
I'm about to open up a window that was shut
An existence that seems like it can change both me
And even the world is right in front of my eyes...
The sky I gazed up at is so blue and serene
I decided to open up a window that was shut
Right now, I sense here a moment that seems
Like it can change me and even the world...
Spread both your hands towards the light...
A fragrant wind the color of the sky blows through my heart
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3f2cX_UakAQ
Yeah, a Yu-Gi-Oh opening of all things. This is a surprisingly cool song and opening for an anime based on a children's card game. Since 4kids apparently was allergic to good openings, they drop-kicked all the original ones and replaced them with... openings that don't have singers. At least it was okay to watch and listen to, as compared to some. (CARD CAPTORS, a quest for adventure... >_<)
I was given the full versions of several Yu-Gi-Oh songs and this one probably ranks as my favorite from what I've heard. The full version is definitely what I'd define as catchy, though the random... scream in the middle (thankfully not ear-splitting but still obnoxious) gets on my nerves. Showcases the important characters for Battle City, which is when this opening played. Good monster choices, and a surprising amount of action scenes considering we're watching people play card games. For a Yu-Gi-Oh opening, it's pretty remarkable.
...Not much to say about the translated lyrics though. Ho hum. I much prefer the tone of voice for the singing rather than what the words mean.
Wild Drive - Yu-Gi-Oh: Full Version
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wk5z0Aiebr8
the full charged energy doesn't know where to go and is lost
just a small touch will make it explode
I ride on top of the white line oh oh oh
sit down, to that place I trust oh oh oh
we can get there while we ponder!
with the freedom and passion that everyone can have
the journey for us who were born to shine continues
your soul is the best bet to support the unexpected days
the best growth brings forth
an unstoppable wild drive
we're still tapping on the door quietly
the will searches for a beat and continues on without worries
kicking away all of the mighty winds and fly
the meaning of living free oh oh oh
if you look away from greed and wave oh oh oh
stand up, it's that time
with the freedom and passion that everyone can have
the journey for us who were born to shine continues
your soul is the best bet to support the unexpected days
the best growth brings forth
an unstoppable Wild Drive
we're still tapping on the door quietly
the earth plays a prank on the land oh oh oh
making it tremble and going out of hand oh oh oh
just go in no time
with the freedom and passion that everyone can have
the journey for us who were born to shine continues
with the freedom and passion that everyone can have
the journey for us who were born to shine continues
your soul is the best bet to support the unexpected days
the best growth brings forth
an unstoppable Wild Drive
we're still tapping on the door quietly
knocking on the door
Wild Drive Wild Drive
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"That was pretty interesting. But dropping a warship on me is cheating... Take it back!"-Id, Xenogears
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It's "Card Captors, a mystic adventure / Card Captors, a quest for all time".
...At least I think it is.
Also the best YGO song is Kawaita Sakebi. I never got the appeal of Wild Drive. <_<
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...At least I think it is.
Also the best YGO song is Kawaita Sakebi. I never got the appeal of Wild Drive. <_<
Maybe it is, I tried my best to forget it. >_> And I've never heard Kawaita Sakebi so I can't compare that.
Today things are going to be a bit different. I've been wanting to post these two openings, but neither have lyrics or full versions. So I decided to throw them together to make one full day.
Grain - Monster: Opening
http://www.myvideo.de/watch/4047426/Monster_Opening
If someone actually finds the opening on Youtube, feel free to put up a link to it. I couldn't find the opening itself at all, only the piece of music. Way to fail me for the first time ever Youtube!
Monster is probably the best anime I've seen, as I may have said before. For all seventy-four episodes this opening plays, but it's thankfully a good one and I never felt a need for it to change. Sort of grim instrumental and clips, which makes sense because the whole show carries that sort of mood. But it has some really cool details when looking at it. I particularly like the blood splotches forming into characters. It isn't even done in a gory fashion, or so I think. Just enough to give an eerie feeling while seeing them formed. And the section with Johann is great for portraying him (kid who is in front of the window).
Sadly, the ending songs suck. They sound bad and the lyrics are blah. The art is fine, but... bleeeeh the songs. So stick with the opening for this series.
H.T. - Trigun: Opening
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SSX58TglZRs
I actually had to do some searching to figure out what the name for this piece was. I always just heard it called 'the Trigun opening'. But apparently it's called H.T., whatever that stands for.
This is a rocking track. Pumps me up for some hardcore gun action. I'm not really fond of the comical scenes near the start because it's so vastly out of place compared to the sweet music, but oh well, the rest is good. Another case where I was given the music and just now got to see the opening. I need to watch more Trigun.
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Humanoid Typhoon, I would assume.
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Probably so. I didn't think of that but it makes sense. =)
Houki Boshi - Bleach: Third Ending
Squad 1 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWuWwG8uPwg
Squad 2 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CfnQ_0FIXkQ
Squad 3 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=53WqP6B-EOc
Squad 4 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DJZhc37W9es
Squad 5 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=amqa9-G9GGI
Squad 6 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ApOayw4qEeE
Squad 7 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m-kri3DDHzI
Squad 8 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2nlPHO-Op4I
Squad 9 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OfY4HLFGP-g
Squad 10 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eIsnMJbUi_A
Squad 11 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TENqKkuo1jc
Squad 12 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OHNgkt1JbK8
Squad 13 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=acb5wlY5c08
Anyone who has watched the Soul Society arc of Bleach will know why I just posted thirteen links, but let me explain for those who haven't. In this (I believe the second major) arc, thirteen squads are introduced, each containing a captain and a vice captain. For the thirteen episodes that have the ending Houki Boshi, a new animation is played to show one of these duos. A couple also show other important characters from the squads, especially the ending for Squad Eleven.
This series of endings is probably the most unique I've seen yet for that reason. I love all of the effort put into making each one define the squads. Even some of the utterly boring squads (Squad One being the most major offender to me) got some cool scenes. The squads in general were what interested me in Soul Society and I couldn't wait to learn more about them. ...Then it got incredibly stupid and I stopped watching it because screw you Kubo.
Other than that... the song is pretty, I definitely like it a lot. It's my favorite of the Bleach openings/endings I've heard. The little pictures they put at the start of each for the main cast are cute. And of all of them, my favorite is probably the one for Squad Six, though Squad Eleven makes a close run for having Kenpachi with his hair down. Makes him even more awesome, not that he NEEDS more awesomeness but hey maybe the manga/anime will blow up from his awesomeness to free us from the vast stupidity. ...In fact, for the insult of having to throw a shirtless Renji in, maybe I will give Squad Eleven a push over, but it's a hard call. The worst for me is Squad Twelve since Mayuri's an SOB and it doesn't really show anything interesting besides Nemu doing backflips.
Oh, and for anyone not familiar with it, note that these didn't play in numerical order. They got mixed up depending on which wouldn't give away information/fit well with an episode. And this happened before lol Aizen so they were still trying to make Gin look incredibly evil. Not that... he isn't, but my point stands.
Man I talked a lot for this one didn't I. Probably because Bleach actually had my attention for a good period of time. Inuyasha had a similar grip on me but it died far quicker since the plot decided to take a nap on a roadside and there wasn't enough Sesshomaru. Bleach held up pretty well until the end of Soul Society, where it fell faster than a sack of potatoes tied to an anvil. Truly a pity.
The name of this song might be Houkiboshi, but I usually see it with a space. I really like how the lyrics translate, they're lovely.
Houki Boshi (Comet) - Bleach: Full Version
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vUZ8E7Scu_k
Looking up at the night sky alone, I saw a comet
Though it appeared and vanished in a second
When I think of you, my chest begins to hurt
I want to see you right now, but I can't fly through the sky
If perchance I could have become a comet
I would go flying through the sky
No matter what kind of tomorrow comes, this thought is strong
So my comet is unbreakable
As I was complaining about how hateful the rain was
Even now I still remember what you said
How, after the rain, the night sky is beautifully filled with stars
Thinking of that, I could even come to like the rain
If perchance I could have become a comet
I would always spill my overflowing light
As you look at the night sky when you're sad
I want to sparkle more so that you will smile
You are always fighting something by yourself
Being by your side is all I can do
If perchance I could have become a comet
I would go flying thorugh the sky, surely
I would definitely reach you, with this single moment of light
Lighting up your present and passing through the sky
If I could have become a comet
I would surely stay by your side, at any time
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"That was pretty interesting. But dropping a warship on me is cheating... Take it back!"-Id, Xenogears
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Tabi no Tochuu - Spice and Wolf: Opening
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bZkVmtYgQIc
Starting as a series of light novels, Spice and Wolf has been made into an anime with two seasons thus far and has a manga. This is the opening for the first season, which I can't wait to see because there is a wolf girl in it. And she is adorable. I need no other reasons. Wolves!
I looked up this opening and the ending to decide which to use tonight and quickly decided on the opening. The ending is... ehhhh. I didn't like it at all, though who knows, it could grow on me. This, on the other hand, is a beautiful opening and I really appreciate it.
I find it rare for an opening to not be geared towards action. They are often quick paced, or in some cases, loud. They make you ready for a packed episode ahead. Duvet from Serial Experiments Lain was an exception, and this is another one. This one makes sense because it focuses on a merchant and a wolf girl selling spices. Apparently. It's supposed to be rather heavy into politics. So I wouldn't expect anything faster than this.
I love the animation and the pretty song. The lyrics are great and sum up just what I've thought of Spice and Wolf... though again I haven't actually seen it yet. I will be shortly and I will write up on it when I do.
Tabi no Tochuu (On a Journey) - Spice and Wolf: Full Version
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VcYAhr0ZzDc
All alone,
on a journey, I lost my way;
as I stood still, my heart alone wandered.
But now I can walk again,
as far as I need to;
yes, ever since I met you
on this road.
The song travelers sing,
though I don't know it,
sounds familiar to me
as long as I'm with you.
If the world we dreamed of
exists anywhere,
let's go look for it,
beyond the wind.
The freezing dawn,
the parched midday,
the trembling night;
let's go see what's at their end.
Your eyes, which
know loneliness well,
blink, and that color
is reflected.
I'll fly into the sky
and become a crescent moon;
those mint-colored stars must be
shards of tears.
A dock in the country to the east; the western sea;
a southern town in a dark forest; a golden tower;
a hill in the south, shaken by water; above all, the same moon.
As long as you'll let me
hold your hand,
how far shall we go?
Together with you,
I can go anywhere.
Let's go embrace
the rustling scent
of a world yet unseen.
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"That was pretty interesting. But dropping a warship on me is cheating... Take it back!"-Id, Xenogears
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First Version - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5wt1FuMWVjs
Second Version - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EI-ckFMPILU
I should have done this with the Code Geass opening, but oh well. There are two versions of Black Cat's opening, but the difference is quite small. I prefer the first version because some of the group shots in the second are so packed that you can barely make out anyone in them. Plus why does Train (main character with a XIII tattoo) have a motorcycle? He's too far in debt to have one! Plus Sven (guy with the hat) is the designated driver!
I haven't actually watched Black Cat. I read the manga, which is superb. I rated it nine out of ten, losing a point for some silly parts (zombie werewolves through nanotechnology!). The characters grow wonderfully, the fights are cleverly done, and Eve (blonde girl) is adorable. I had heard the anime was worse, and decided to read up on why this was. Apparently it makes Eve into a damsel in distress hugely (this only happens to a large proportion once in the manga and it's for a very good reason, this sounds rather shoveled together). But even worse, the main villain, Creed, becomes good. This does NOT work. Not at all. Read the manga and you will realize that Creed has no chance in the world of being redeemed. Hearing that tidbit permanently put me off reading it.
That said, it's a cool opening. Shows a good amount of characters, fast paced to fit the tone the series takes, and the song is catchy. Other than one little part in the chorus that sounds kind of rushed, it's a great piece. The lyrics, from what I can tell, are fitting. But I had a heck of a time finding a full English translation. In the end this was the best I could get. I didn't correct anything in it, so you can see why I'm a bit dubious due to spelling and grammar. But oh well, it's better than nothing.
Daia no Hana (Diamond Flower) - Black Cat: Full Version
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FAttu6EpyAA
when it begins it's always like this
under the ultramarine sky
i hold to my vow
now i will walk
Yah in a desert with a golden light (burning wind)
i search for the diamond flower (muddledly continuing)
in the beginning, for somebody's sake
now i keep going on
there is something I want to protect
Never, never again do I want to experience loss
Yah the wish held in my heart (shakingly)
in order to fulfil it, i (no matter how much i hurt)
laughingly began to desire
now i take up the sword
within shredded memories
redness brims, slaughtering shadows
these claws slash and seize and take
until i reach the important thing i want to protect
whoever thinks of it will weep
in the night floats the scent of the diamond flower
there is something i want to protect
never, never again do i want to lose
it resounds, the dream smaller than anything
stronger than anything, is this pulsation
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"That was pretty interesting. But dropping a warship on me is cheating... Take it back!"-Id, Xenogears
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Mirror Version - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ezvo63wZWdE
Part of Episode - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hWS16_FjUec
Well, I thought nothing would get more ridiculous than me being totally unable to find Monster's opening on Youtube. But Rockman.EXE's first opening theme has just done it. Exactly one video of it exists on Youtube, which I finally found after a ton of searching. But the blasted thing is backwards! Look at the subtitles at the bottom. It's basically a mirror version of the real opening. That was the only video I could find of it (one small exception below), even with Google, so I wound up sticking a part of the first episode that includes it as the first minute and a half or so. Don't watch any further than the opening though. It's subbed, so you'll quickly lose your sanity. (TORCHMAN.) Alternatively, you can look on animelyrics to see their video of it, as they always include a video with their lyrics. I never use them if I can help it due to crummy quality though.
Anyhow... know how I said Fukai Mori got me into anime? I never thought about actively looking for anime songs even with it. It was Kaze wo Tsukinukete that got me to do that. The first time a friend sent me a Japanese episode of Rockman.EXE, I was blasted with this awesome piece and was like 'I really have to find more of these'. It's funny to look back on it, because I've come across so many other anime openings that are better since then. But I have a soft place in my heart for this one due to it kicking me off, and it's still a good piece.
Believe it or not, Rockman.EXE is actually a good show. I had a lot of fun watching what I did and would love to finish it up at some point. It has a couple of unusually dramatic moments for your typical shonen series, along with some interesting plot twists. Unfortunately it suffers from filler and from a terrible dub, but it's still a nice watch in the end. The opening showcases the more important characters, though it makes me wonder why some of them show up (dang I can't wait to watch this show so I can see Skullman appear once or twice total!).
This is another somewhat unusual case of an opening being made specifically for an anime. The lyrics are a bit silly, but who cares, you're listening to it in a different language anyway! Most of the time, that is. Some Engrish is slipped in. At least the show itself has some hilarious Engrish. (Go find some clips of Count Elec sometime, his Engrish is amazing.)
Kaze wo Tsukinukete - Rockman.EXE: Full Version
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vL256GV6154
Take the Navi to the future!
Let's keep searching for the answer with everlasting light
We can go anywhere with accelerating speed
Pierce through the wind with you (with you)
A city overrun with mystery
Clues hidden in the cracks of reality
I can't sit still because I want to know!
So couragously Plug In and let's go!
Solve the looming mysteries!
Oh Rockman, together we'll find the answers
Even in battles to the bitter end
As long as you'll fight without giving up, I'll be strong
A password was hidden somewhere
We'll never reach it with random words
If we go deeper, we'll surely understand each other
Our hearts are on the Net
Even in a world without maps,
Oh Rockman, if only you can believe
There will be a path before your eyes
Hold on to the shining dream in your heart and run!
Someday I'll make it come true
The day when we will have risen above conflict will come
Take the Navi to the future!
Let's keep searching for the answer with everlasting light
We can go anywhere with accelerating speed
Pierce through the wind with you (with you)
Solve the looming mysteries!
Oh Rockman, together we'll find the answers
Even in battles to the bitter end
As long as you'll fight without giving up, I'll be strong
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"That was pretty interesting. But dropping a warship on me is cheating... Take it back!"-Id, Xenogears
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SUjiXriGFbo
I think I was too young to fully appreciate Last Exile when I watched it. A lot of it seemed dull while other parts didn't make sense. I want to rewatch it to reevaluate my opinion.
As it goes, I wasn't fond of this opening song. Now, I still don't listen to it much out of context, but when mixed with the opening, it's wonderful. And it really does fit Last Exile. It's a rare case where I like it when watching, but outside of it, I can't bring myself to care much.
I have to say, artwise, this is probably the most impressive opening I've seen yet. Just look at the details put into those ships and the characters. They look amazing. The ending is nice too, and I like its song more, but it lacks the incredible artwork.
This was the second opening that I had to poke around on other websites to get a translation for. Hopefully it's accurate.
Cloud Age Symphony - Last Exile: Full Version
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y4gMfFOnzd4
Just keep on trying, keep on flying
I will be the light
If we think of the dawn as one beginning...
If we think of right now as the time to come...
We can keep our eyes open
To the chapter which is similar to the desire that
I saw once upon a time in you
If we think of perplexity as a brightness
In order to stand tall by connecting dot to dot
It's a Cloud Age Symphony together with you
...off where the light shines beyond the sea of clouds
Oh
Can I encounter a moment that is just like magic?
In exchange for a cold night
we flap our wing
and grasp eternity at our journey's end...
The world is large, but we'll pick up the correct answers and then fly into the blue sky
We wrap ourselves in fire and rise all the way up then we'll strike the deep beat
The answer is a Cloud Age Symphony
...off where you and the light shine the sea of clouds
Oh
In exchange for a moment that is just like magic
To get today's smile in the palm of the hand
For many dawns
and grasp eternity at our journey's end...
Oh
In exchange for a moment that is just like magic
To get today's smile in the palm of the hand
For many dawns
and for eternity...
Beautiful Cloud Age Symphony
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"That was pretty interesting. But dropping a warship on me is cheating... Take it back!"-Id, Xenogears
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GfsV6oZyFds
I really haven't given this show (I usually call it FLCL but apparently Furi Kuri is its original name, someone can correct me if they want) a fair chance. I watched it at a young age on Adult Swim for four episodes and never bothered to try catching the last two. Other than people whacking each other with guitars it held little interest to me. Even worse, I got outright headaches from the animation. But that was a long time ago and I'd like to try it again.
The soundtrack is one reason I'm especially interested in checking it out. It's really darn good. I got hooked on it due to its ending. Since FLCL only has six episodes, it's not surprising they only kept one ending. Strangely it also seems to lack an opening, but on the other hand, the ending is longer than most. In fact, just about the entire ending does play; the only difference I hear between this one and the full version is a riff at the end.
It's a weird ending in both lyrics and art. I've never seen an anime ending that mixes animation and real life shots/videos together until this one. Half the lyrics are beyond me while the other half at least sound neat. But I can't say it isn't justified, considering how insane FLCL is to watch.
Ride On Shooting Star - Furi Kuri: Full Version
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h9HEhjNfi-0
Orange slide, the sky that it reflects
Sponge's pride, being dangled
Spider
The apprehension that was caught alive
It's okay even if I don't hide it
I want to have colored dreams
Ride on shooting star
With the voice of my heart, like a shotgun
I kept on singing
Grunge hamster, be grown up
Lobster of revenge, bring it along
Sniper
I'll say, "What can you see
In that fringed world?"
I want to touch it before I aim for it
Ride on shooting star
Searching for you, and in withdrawal syndrome
I told a lie
Ride on shooting star
With the voice of my heart, like a shotgun
I kept on singing
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"That was pretty interesting. But dropping a warship on me is cheating... Take it back!"-Id, Xenogears
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BUW9bDiKbjY&feature=related
I really enjoyed Death Note when I saw it the first time, and there was just something about these lyrics that spoke to me in this ending song, so much so that I use one of the potential translations in my signature on forums such as this. The opening is good as well but I liked the ending theme just a little bit more.
And yes, the second series stuff is just crazy, but still good in its own right.
Alumina - Death Note: Season One Ending
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=licQjc-4Mfo&feature=related
[This is just one of many translations I found and the 'best fit' in my opinion.]
Amidst the passing time, a twinkling and ephemeral sparkling
I'm a believer that keeps walking, to carve his memories of it into the world
Having dreams that no one else can, I cast aside the things I don't need
Feelings that I won't surrender reside in my heart
There is still a gap between ideals and reality, even though the shackles of sacrifice prevent my feet from moving
I can't suppress the overflowing urge, because my heart is very wanting
"Lies", "fear", "emptiness", "grief", I'm not so weak that I'm
Gripped by all these kinds of negativities, I'm a trickster who knows no solitude
Flocks of buildings stab into the night sky, look up to the sky in which I can't see any stars
I ask myself "aren't you lost?"
The city is smeared with overflowing things
It's not something that's unrealistic
At the end of the road that connects us to the future, I want to see what I've got in my hand
Closing my eyes, I float on the sea of my senses, and envision it
The day that I have my ideals within my grasp
It's accepted in this world that "righteousness" has it's limits; and withering is foolishly the same way
Something that no one else has, toward a crystallization called "myself"
Piercing through simplicity, one day it will change into reality
I want to continue to obstinately believe, it's just my faith. The absolute truth.
Amidst the passing time, a twinkling and ephemeral sparkling
I'm a believer that keeps walking, to carve his memories of it into the world
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"I am a trickster who doesn't know solitude" ~ Death Note season 1 ending
Do not mind the horns, they are only there to hold the halo up. 0>:]
Your Fiendly neighborhood bloodsucker signing off for now.
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BUW9bDiKbjY&feature=related
Glad you posted this, it's a good ending. I prefer the opening a bit myself.
Parallel Hearts - Pandora Hearts: First Opening
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zm9fhJHoWo8
It appears that there are two openings, hence why I put 'first' here, but if I'm wrong give a shout.
Pandora Hearts is another 'oh man I have to see this' anime. Connections to Alice in Wonderland with pretty people? I'm on board! This is the first time I have seen or heard the opening, period, and I like it a lot. Good music, good animation, and it catches my attention. ...The chains with those two guys probably has something to do with it but anyway! It also has a killer rabbit, who can't love it?
Now I really need to watch it. Hope my laptop can handle getting anime.
Parallel Hearts - Pandora Hearts: Full Version
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mH_yAhcwy7I
We've seen
The power to change the future
In our dreams
I can hear your cries within the noise
I laughed at it and it only dispose all of my weaknesses
Only you can know where you were heading
While chasing a different skies
We wished for the courage to face the future
You kept on smiling
While being lost in the past
Until you can return to the real present
The first time I want to know about you
I was scared at how far the distance between our hearts
Just by understanding any misunderstoods
We can start forward
I wanted to hold your tears and pains
But if I run I become restless as I run further
How far do I have to keep on running... ...
I can hear your songs within the noise
and I started to see my disappearing self
Please give me the strength to change the future
Where I'm supposed to walk alone
I can fly very high
Just because of your smile
We wished for the courage to link our hearts
To keep on smiling with you
While being lost in love
Until I can return to the real me
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"That was pretty interesting. But dropping a warship on me is cheating... Take it back!"-Id, Xenogears
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BGdMWXPEoKE
Canaan isn't spoken of very often from my experience. From what I understand, it's based off a scenario that Type-Moon (yes, the same people who did Fate Stay Night) had in a video game of theirs. It's got thirteen episodes and spun off some written works and manga. The few people who know about it usually do because they're like 'whoa man Type-Moon this has to be good!'
I haven't seen it yet, but I want to. I actually have a figure of Canaan, that's how much I like her design, to get one before even seeing the show. It looks like a cool series. When checking out the opening and ending, this one definitely seemed better to me between it and the ending, so I wound up posting it.
I like the start of the song and the end portion of the chorus. Some of the other parts aren't very remarkable, but there's nothing unpleasant; everything is at least above average in my opinion. There are some great action scenes and it shows a wide cast of characters. The way they do this, through oddly-colored stills, is a cool feature. It's another case of making me want to see the anime even more than before, which means it did its job well.
This is the third time animelyrics hasn't had the opening, so another new website was used for this translation.
Mind As Judgment - Canaan: Full Version
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=62G7VdqSYoc
I personally tore up our bond
as Judgment, hanging it up...
In a nameless fable, speak of the sinners'
Darkness, shade and fear
The demonic flock revives
Beckon the settled border
At the end of time, there's a dead end town
And the laughter of gods of death
Even if I atone, even if I recompense
In the definition of bodily death
Did you see? Did you say?
I mourn it with error
Holding the life I must protect
I believed that the weight is love
It's the tactic for corruption, but if it's a betrayal
trust of a heart
So that it won't touch my precious world
mind as Judgment
Give up! You know! Give up!
Jokes turn prayers into ashes
The ark with life of wild pulses
Goes to those who drown
I'll give you the light you seek
There's a zero count down at the depths of the earth you cling onto
And the scream of death
It's squirming, it's whispering
You spread the scent of desire, right?
Do that fake! Do that fake!
So please choose
On the day of destruction fated to come
If words won't even have meanings
Then recite your sincerest wishes now
keep your faith
What you must scorn is a life of resignation
nine days wonder, all above
Only few remain; c'mon, what will you do if you flee?
Be filled with fear, Hold my breath, if you run
On the day of destruction fated to come
If words won't even have meanings
Then recite your sincerest wishes now
Holding an immaculate life
Is the weight love? Before it betrays me still
trust of a heart
While gazing at my precious world
mind as Judgment
Get out! I shot! Get out!
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"That was pretty interesting. But dropping a warship on me is cheating... Take it back!"-Id, Xenogears
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=idQ1YAuq0sI
Digimon Tamers is the third season of Digimon and my personal favorite out of the first three (I haven't seen any beyond that). It's dark and edgy, yes, but the plot and characters are so well done that I fell in love with it. Plus a lot of the new Digimon were awesome. It's still my favorite anime from my child days and probably still makes my top ten list.
Since I saw the dub, I never got to see the opening until now. It's fairly good. I'd probably have to listen to the song a few more times to really get into it, but its lyrics are fitting for a good portion of the series. It showcases all the characters, and that kind of annoys me since it reveals later Digivolutions that should be surprises. At least the Mega forms are hidden. Overall, I'd rank it as at least above average, perhaps higher if I get a chance to let it grow on me.
The Biggest Dreamer - Digimon Tamers: Full Version
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U5h4gUz7RqA
Wanna be the biggest dreamer
Running full speed through
both the future and the present
That's right, I've realized it,
I forgot to do my homework
That's one puzzle, puzzle, puzzle,
"Who am I?"
Even if I slide
and skin my knees
I've gotta stand right back up,
I know my chance will run away
Big and bigger, biggest dreamer!
Dreaming is the start of everything
that's the answer
I'll fly farther than anyone
through all the tomorrows
Fly to the horizon,
our courage has gained wings
In order to grow big and strong,
I'll run too
For a long time
I've heard the count down
I'm prepared,
let's start now, change into zero!
Big and bigger, biggest dreamer!
We've gotta believe,
disappear into the twinkling instand
I'll run, not turning away from my heart's target,
through all the tomorrows
Big and bigger, biggest dreamer!
Dreaming is the start of everything
that's the answer
I'll fly farther than anyone
through all the tomorrows
Big and bigger, biggest dreamer!
Dreaming is the start of everything
that's the answer
I'll fly farther than anyone
through all the tomorrows
Big and bigger, biggest dreamer!
Dreaming is the start of everything,
that's the answer
Wanna be the biggest dreamer
Running full speed through
both the future and the present
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"That was pretty interesting. But dropping a warship on me is cheating... Take it back!"-Id, Xenogears
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=edaC4IX0IZs
This is another case of 'an anime I would like to see but a friend gave me the full song to listen to beforehand'. It's a pretty song and I like it a lot. I was actually a bit surprised by how much action the opening had to go with it, but it fits together pretty smoothly.
This opening is a really good example of how I like characters to be displayed. It shows a lot of different people but nothing to explain who they are, prompting the viewer to keep watching. Just intriguing enough to get me interested some more. The fight clips in it seem pretty well done. It's a good construction overall, and having a good song helps.
Daybreak's Bell - Gundam 00: Full Version
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TVPBydFbp58
Hey, is this kind of meeting all there is? How sad
Even if it costs your life, I don't want you to kill... please
Even destiny seems to be swallowed up and sink into the sea
May my wish ride on the wind and ring daybreak's bell
Like a bird - My wishes over their airspace
Crossing countless waves, to protect
You, who are facing off against tomorrow - My life I trade in for your pain
Stop the fighting
Hey, why do people repeat their mistakes, piling one upon another?
I hate this blood that flows in people who won't evolve
We judge each other with fire on this earth that belongs to no one
If a clear future came, flowers would even grow
On weapons - My wishes over their airspace
Someone pinch me, wake me from this bad dream
If my wish is granted - My life I trade in for your pain
How much do I have to pray for it to reach Heaven?
Now, the sunrise reflects me and the sea
May my wish ride on the wind and ring daybreak's bell
Like a bird - My wishes over their airspace
Crossing countless waves, to protect
You, who are facing off against tomorrow - My life I trade in for your pain
Take flight without looking back, carrying these feelings, flying through that sky
No one can shoot this future down
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"That was pretty interesting. But dropping a warship on me is cheating... Take it back!"-Id, Xenogears
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JDiC7ap235o
I can't believe I'm posting this but here it is. I wanted some sort of Spiral representation. As I've said before, the manga is awesome. I hear the anime is lacking, but I highly recommend the manga to anyone who hasn't read it. It has some really clever 'wits' battles, and the characters get some great development. For once the sidekick girl is actually clever and pulls a lot of the weight, which is a very refreshing change. I could go into more detail, but let's get to the piece posted.
The opening was totally out of the question because it's boring to watch and, more importantly, the song is a bleeding mess. I wanted to drill out my eardrums from hearing it. Worst anime song I have heard yet and I've heard What's Up People? </rimshot>
The ending at least has a nice, catchy song, so you can listen to the full version without feeling bad. Actually watching the ending, on the other hand... Well okay, it's lathered on pretty heavily that Eyes and Kanone are homosexual (but never outright said so I'm holding onto the belief of friendship-*smothered by fangirls*), but what's with the leather and blindfolds? Last time I checked this was not a sexually oriented manga, did the anime throw that out the window or is it just a lie to get "that" group of people interested? And the other blindfold/leather group is just... what.
Well, other than the stupid sexual things being forced in, it's actually a decent ending. I like that they showcase the Blade Children and then put one shot of the hero and heroine at the end, rather than the other way around. Too many endings focus solely on the hero and leave little room for other characters. This one does not do that, so thumbs up for that and the song. Just... if you want to watch the ending, prepare for stupid bondage-looking scenes for no real reason.
Oh, and since I forgot to mention, the lyrics make no bloody sense for this series. But that's why we can be glad it's in Japanese and thus concentrate more on the fact that it sounds nice rather than picking over the lyrics.
Kakuteru (Cocktail) - Spiral ~Bond of Reasoning~: Full Version
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2n0pE06t4d0
the sweet scent that showered my dry throat
my feelings begin to overflow continuously
just like following a soccer ball
don't look at me with that same gaze
I've already gotten used to the third year in office
but what did I lose instead?
the adults who consider marriage as a penalty
and the children who can never dream due to that
because you're someone that I have fallen in love with,
that girl that you have chosen is surely wonderful
the past where we were able to argue about anything
even the slightly uncomfortable discussion of love
can be done properly now, at this age
the more I wish for everyone to be happy
the number of postcards taken with my husband increases
the child that I wanted with you five years ago
has no resemblance of me
I have many love and dreams but
if I could have stepped up a little more
more useless household-like complaints would have been made
wanting to run away from painful and melancholy things
I don't need nights where I must drown in sweet cocktails
facing the painful and melancholy things
I run away once again from the long battle
one day seems to feel very long but
one year passes by very quickly
one year seems to feel very quick but
how well will I be able to live my life?
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"That was pretty interesting. But dropping a warship on me is cheating... Take it back!"-Id, Xenogears